The only color that does not apply to sapphires is ruby-red because those are…rubies (sapphire and ruby are in the same family – corundum). However, as we know today, thanks to gemology, sapphires are not contained only to this color in fact, they come in all colors across the visible spectrum – even grey! It is this last point of reference that gives us a look at the very general methods of classifying gemstones in ancient times: the word sapphire was used to describe any dark-colored stone of value, usually lapis lazuli, azurite or the deep-blue corundum that typifies what we popularly think of when we see or hear the word sapphire.
The name sapphire comes via Middle French and Latin, and is mainly attributed to an Ancient Greek word, sáppheiros, meaning ‘precious stone’, though it may ultimately be traced back to a Sanskrit word, śanipriya, meaning ‘dark-colored stone’. As a result there were very broad groups into which many gemstones with very different characteristics were lumped together. Long before people understood chemical composition and could, therefore, classify gemstones into groups, species or variety, color was the primary trait used to group minerals. Let us guide you on an exploration of the history and lore of the September birthstone, as well as some of the secondary stones, where you will abound in the mystical, the fantastic and the beautiful! The September birthstone - Sapphire
Each of the twelve primary birthstones have distinct characteristics and qualities – just like we do – and wearing them reminds us of who we are and where we came from, as well as inspires us to be who we dream of being and to go to the places we dare to go.įor people who love gemstones, no gift is more thoughtful or more appreciated than a piece of birthstone jewelry. But a birthstone is more than is a way for us to celebrate our birth into this world and our connection with the elements that gave us life. There are twelve birthstones for each month of the year your birth month determines which applies to you.
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